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But Why Did They Take My Fork? An Essay on Today’s Economy

Aug 15th, 2008 | By Patricia Grace | Category: Life As We Know It

I understand that the economy is in a slump. I am reminded of that each time I put gas in my car. I try to be a good steward of our natural resources by planning my trips to shop, visit or be entertained so not a drop of gas is wasted by doubling back or [...]



Life Before AC - The Good Old Days

Aug 7th, 2008 | By Patricia Grace | Category: Life As We Know It

I was talking today with a neighbor whose AC was not working. The poor lady was in a real panic. The AC repairman had listened to her plight and promised relief - next week. She was positive plants would die, children would fall ill and all of the furniture in her home would fall apart as the glue that held it together slowly seeped out of the joints.